School Fundraisers Made Simple

Wrapping paper catalogs and candy bar sales are fine, but they top out fast. PayIt2 gives your school a modern fundraising page that parents can share with grandparents, neighbors, and coworkers who actually want to help.

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Stripe-secured • No monthly fees • Funds in 2-3 days

Why Product-Based Fundraising Loses Money

Traditional school fundraisers ask students to sell wrapping paper, cookie dough, or magazines. The school typically keeps only 40% to 50% of each sale. That means for every $20 in product sold, the school gets $8 to $10. Families spend $20, but the school sees half. On top of that, the logistics are exhausting: tracking order forms, collecting cash, distributing products, and handling the inevitable missing orders.

A direct donation fundraiser through PayIt2 flips the model. Instead of selling products, parents contribute directly to the school's goal. A $20 donation means roughly $18 goes to the school after payment processing. No inventory to manage, no products to distribute, no cash to count. Share the link in the school newsletter, parent group chats, and social media, and watch contributions come in. The school gets more money with less work.

Classroom supplies drive
$500 - $2,000
Collecting from parents across one or two classrooms for supplies and materials
Playground / facility improvement
$2,000 - $15,000
Larger campaigns that reach the full school community and extended network
Annual PTA/PTO fund
$3,000 - $20,000
School-wide annual fundraiser replacing multiple product sales throughout the year
Event or field trip fund
$500 - $3,000
Specific event funding with a clear description of how donations will be used

Many schools are shifting to a single annual direct-donation fundraiser that replaces multiple product sales throughout the year. Parents appreciate the simplicity, and schools raise more money with dramatically less volunteer effort. With PayIt2, the PTA can run the entire fundraiser from setup to payout without handling a single dollar in cash. Start your school fundraiser and tap into networks that traditional sales can't reach.

For tips on promoting your fundraiser and building early momentum:

Read: 30-Day Fundraiser Promotion Calendar

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Related: Parent-Teacher Fundraisers · Class Projects

How It Works

1

Create a Campaign

Name your fundraiser, describe the goal, and set a target amount. Your page is live and shareable in minutes.

2

Share the Link

Send it through school newsletters, parent group chats, and social media. Parents donate online with no sign-up needed.

3

Receive Funds

Track every donation in your dashboard. Funds transfer to your bank in 2-3 business days.

Why PayIt2 for School Fundraisers

No Cash or Products to Handle

Digital payments mean no envelopes, no change, and no inventory. Just money straight to your account.

Full Transparency

See who donated, when they donated, and how much. Share progress updates with the school community.

Funds in 2-3 Days

Access collected money quickly to fund activities, purchase supplies, or book events.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about school fundraisers

With product-based fundraisers, schools typically keep 40% to 50% of sales. With direct donations through PayIt2, schools keep roughly 90% after the $1.49 PayIt2 fee and standard Stripe processing. A parent who spends $20 on wrapping paper sends $8 to $10 to the school. A $20 direct donation sends roughly $18.
Yes. The Campaign link works for anyone, anywhere. Share it with grandparents, extended family, local businesses, and community members. They donate online from any device without creating an account. This extends your reach well beyond the parent community.
Yes. Create separate Campaigns for different classes, grades, or purposes. Each gets its own link and payment tracking. Or run one school-wide Campaign with a single goal that everyone contributes to. Both approaches work from the same dashboard.
Tax deductibility depends on your school's or PTA's tax-exempt status, not on PayIt2. If your organization is a registered 501(c)(3), donations may be tax-deductible. Consult your school's administration or a tax professional for guidance specific to your organization.

Fundraising Without the Hassle

Create your school fundraiser page and start collecting today. No products, no cash, no monthly fees. Funds in days.

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